MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MA - ST. LUKES MEDICAL GROUP

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Posting DetailsSt. Luke's Medical Group $5,000 Sign-On Bonus. Full-Time Day Position Minimum starting pay for this position is $16.50/hour and may increase based on experience. Two free uniforms provided upon hire. Reimbursement for initial and renewal of Medical Assistant credentials
Description
Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting physician(s) and physician extender(s), as applicable, with clinical patient medical care duties, including patient triage, rooming of patients, and other clinical duties as assigned by physician. Performs both administrative and clinical duties as assign by physician and supervisor. Displays maturity, flexibility, and effective organization and communication skills in dealing with other people. Works cooperatively with other departments and medical facilities. Promotes teamwork within the department. Performs as part of a health care team to provide high quality medical services. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission and values.
 
1. Clinical 80%
 
a. Rooms patients.
b. Measures and records vital signs.
c. Records chief complaint and patient history.
d. Prepares patients for examinations.
e. Assists physicians and physician extenders with exams and minor
office procedures.
f. Administers medications per physician orders.
g. Provides patient education per physician orders.
h. Stocks, cleans, and maintains sufficient supplies and equipment.
i. Disposes of biohazard and waste according to OSHA standards.
j. Performs accurate documentation.
 
2. Administrative 15%
 
a. Answers the phone and schedules appointments.
b. Greets patients and completes required forms.
c. Files and maintains medical records.
d. Processes mail.
e. Covers front desk reception as needed.
 
3. Performs other work duties as assigned. 5%
 
100%
Education
High school diploma required.  Graduate of Medical Assisting program and/or greater than one year of medical assisting experience required. 
License - Certification - Registration (Text Only)RMA, CMA, or comparable certification preferred. 
Experience
Experience in a medical office or hospital department, or graduate of a medical assistant or medical administrative training program strongly preferred. Established clinical skills and expertise in vital sign accuracy, EKGs, medication administration, and point-of-care testing strongly preferred.  Basic insurance knowledge and strong EMR/documentation skills preferred.  Good verbal skills required.
 
The assessment, care and treatment provided will be consistent with the specific age related needs of the patient. The medical assistant is competent to care for patient age groups consistent with the specialties of the physician(s) in the practice.
 

Company info

St. Lukes Hospital - St. Louis